1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1989 Nissan Laurel and 1989 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Laurel | 9000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |